What laxative is safe at 2 weeks post op?

[brazcan 37]

I am wondering what laxative is safe and effective at 2 weeks post op. Do they pose any danger to the sleeve?

[tntransplant06 20]

I am wondering what laxative is safe and effective at 2 weeks post op. Do they pose any danger to the sleeve?

I believe that is a question best posed to your doctor.

[Deets 0]

I am wondering what laxative is safe and effective at 2 weeks post op. Do they pose any danger to the sleeve?

i had my sleeve a aday after yours, and i havent been to the 'loo' for a few days, so id also like to know what we can take! x

[vickie 3]

I haven't gone at all since surgery. 10 days.

[desperateforchange 0]

I've been adding Benefibre to my daily smoothie. I've also taken Senokot S at night which seems to help things along the next day. It is natural and comes from Senna. You can also get it in a tea form in the supplements area of your favorite store. I wouldn't go with ex-lax as you can get dependent on it.

[libaba 4]

I took Miralax based on responses I got on here at day 11 post-op. I take it 1-2 times a week if I start to have problems again. I've had no problem with it at all.

[Roseib 13]

I'd ask your doctor. Mine doesn't want us taking laxatives. He said benefiber ok and drink more Water.< /p>

[SParkle 4]

I live in Spain and my Dr provided me with plantaben.... a more natural laxative. I agree with the above tho - ask yor Dr what he recommends..... as you're still healing as well so better safe than sorry.

[pneal 5]

:oBe careful with MiraLAX. I almost died from it last Thursday...no joke. My throat closed from the main ingredient that I didn't know I was allergic to. Ask your doctor even if it's something as simple as an OTC med.

[NtvTxn 1,262]

Miralax is what my doctor's office recommended. It is now not considered a laxative. I have needed something from early on. I use this 'as needed' - every seven to ten days I'll take it two or three days and then I'm fine for five to seven! I guess with all the Protein and all the Calcium, it is what it is!